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The change in daylight saving time (DST) was intended to save energy. Whether successful or not remains up for debate, but it’s clear that the change disturbs individuals’ sleep patterns, leaving them tired and unfocused when driving on the road. By being aware of this heightened danger, drivers can take precautions to prevent having an […]

The average American is paying more for their auto insurance rates compared to last year. A survey conducted by J.D. Power & Associates found that 2013 rate increases have actually gotten higher than the year before. “In 2013, there is a sharp rise in the number of customers who have experienced premium increases,” said senior […]

Car insurance fraud is among the many insurance-related crimes consumers can become victims of, if theyâ€™re not careful. The impact of this common yet devastating crime can range from tremendous financial loss to cancellation of an insurance policy. Auto insurance scams can also have a significant impact on the insurance industry as a whole since […]

Fall in October is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful times of the year. As the weather begins to cool from the unrelenting heat of the summer months, the air becomes crisp and the trees lose their leaves, providing decorative orange and yellow crunchy delights for children to rake together and jump in. The month […]

When purchasing auto insurance, the last thing most people think about is the possibility of their policy being fraudulent. But in actuality, fraudulent policies are sold all the time to honest, unsuspecting individuals. So how can you avoid becoming the victim of a car insurance scam that could cost you money and leave you at […]

The excitement of purchasing a new car can be very overwhelming, especially for people who are buying their first vehicles. The moment can be so exhilarating, in fact, that some forget the massive financial responsibility associated with car ownership. For example, one of the biggest costs people pay when they buy a carÂ — aside from […]

Auto insurance companies often tell their customers that by simply sticking with their coverage drivers can save money on their insurance. While this may be true under certain circumstances, a consumer advocacy group argues the opposite. The Consumer Federation of America released a letter recently stating that the most faithful auto insurance customers may actually […]

A new study released by LexisNexis Risk Solutions revealed that Americans are becoming more aware of the usage-based insurance (UBI) option that allows drivers to receive discounts on their auto insurance. Based on this awareness, many are choosing to switch coverage types and even insurance companies to gain access to low-cost premiums. What is Usage-Based […]

Hurricane Sandy went down in history as the second costliest hurricane in the United States, as well as the deadliest and most destructive of the 2012 hurricane season. Among the devastation were hundreds of thousands of flooded vehicles. While many vehicles impacted by floods are not deemed drivable, some auto dealers have been known to […]

Summer is a time when people love to get outside, enjoy the warm weather and take much-needed time off from the hustle and bustle of school and work. But while most people are slowing down during this period, new data from Progressive Insurance reveals that criminals are picking up their car theftÂ activity. Unfortunately, having a […]